Can warning labels on cannabis products change how consumers think about risk?

NCT ID NCT07701304

First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests how different cannabis packaging designs and health warning labels affect people's perceptions of risk and their intentions to use cannabis. Researchers will show adult cannabis users in states where recreational cannabis is legal a series of hypothetical product packages with varying features, such as warning size, branding, and THC content. The goal is to find the most effective combination of packaging elements to clearly communicate health risks and support informed decision-making.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If effective warning labels are identified, this could help regulators design packaging that better informs consumers about cannabis health risks.
What could go wrong
This is a hypothetical online experiment, not a real-world purchase setting, so actual behavior may differ. Results depend on self-reported intentions, which may not predict real choices.

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  • University of OKlahoma

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    Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73104, United States

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